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Friday, February 15, 2008

Today I received these beautiful flowers from my son Austin for Valentine's Day. He sends me flowers for Valentine's Day and Mother's Day every year. I am always surprised and touched when I get them. He is such a good son!!

Kolbe also gave me a nice card he made for me for Valentine's Day. I found it in my room on my purse! I was touched and surprised. I am soo blessed!!

Monday, February 11, 2008

Sports

Michigan forward makes commitment to Bears

The University of Maine men’s hockey team has landed another forward from Todd Jenkins’ Compuware Midget Minor Elite Under-16 team in Michigan.

Austin Watson, a 6-foot-3, 175-pound right winger, has verbally committed to attend Maine on a scholarship beginning in 2010. Watson’s linemate, center Stuart Higgins, had committed to Maine earlier.

Jenkins, who coaches the Compuware team, is a former Black Bear winger.

"Austin reminds me of David Capuano," said Jenkins, referring to the former two-time first-team All-American at Maine. "He has great hands in traffic. He has soft hands. He can distribute the puck real well, and he’s a goal scorer. I expect him to be a first- or second-round NHL draft choice."

"You can use him in every situation," added Jenkins. "He sees the ice real well and plays well in the defensive zone."

The 16-year-old Michigan native is fifth in the league in scoring with nine goals and 23 assists in 22 games.

Watson chose Maine over Wisconsin, Notre Dame and Michigan.

"I just really liked the way it is in Maine," said Watson. "I liked the atmosphere. It seemed like a terrific atmosphere to play in."

He said having his linemate and friend Higgins going to Maine was another factor in his decision.

Jenkins said both Watson and Higgins have been invited to the U.S. National Team Development Program’s camp next month and both have a good shot to earn roster spots on the USA Under-17 team next season.

Watson said he wants to spend the next two years "getting bigger, fine-tuning my game and shooting the puck a little more so I’ll be ready to step into a big role when I get to Maine."

Watson’s coming to Maine is dependent upon his being accepted to the school and meeting NCAA Clearinghouse requirements.

Friday, February 01, 2008

Join us in celebrating Austin's verbal commitment to University of Maine to play college hockey there. We are soo proud of all he has accomplished. He had three NCAA Division I schools to choose from. We all think Maine is a great fit. He called the coach yesterday after many months of visiting schools and weighing his options.

Thanks to all of you who have stood by us with all of your prayers and support.

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I am a busy mom of 8 beautiful children. We spend a lot of time homeschooling, playing baseball - among other sports, and hanging out with our family and friends. I like to talk with others, read, and just hang out. In my spare time -haha - I like to just sit down and relax wth a good book. My children and husband are my joy and my delight! I thank God everyday for the family He has blessed us with. He is truly faithful and good to those who serve Him.